Paulette Bourgeois
1951
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country of citizenship: Canada, Kingdom of the Netherlands
native language: English
languages spoken, written or signed: English
educated at: Carleton University, Western University, University of British Columbia
occupation: writer, children's writer, journalist
award received: Member of the Order of Canada
official website: www.paulettebourgeois.ca, paulettebourgeoiswriter.com
Paulette Bourgeois, (born July 20, 1951) is a Canadian writer best known for creating Franklin the Turtle, the character who appears in picture books illustrated by Toronto native Brenda Clark. The books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 38 languages. An animated television series, merchandise, DVDs and full-length films are based on the character. Source: Wikipedia (en)
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